Many of us vacation in hopes of experiencing peace and quiet away from the bustling cities and crowds. If you’re looking for this type of getaway, the Western NC mountains of Jackson County, NC, offer just that from winter to early spring! During this timeframe, we’ve coined our ‘secret season,’ our…
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The return of the holiday season means reminiscing on years past, spending time with loved ones and sharing in traditions that are carried on through generations of families year-after-year. One such tradition that we enjoy being a part of in Jackson County is to choose and cut your own Christmas…
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Calling all pottery lovers! Mark your calendars for what has been named one of the Southeast’s “Top 20 Art Events.” With over 40 master potters from 15 different states, this fall arts festival is not to be missed. The ever-popular WNC Pottery Festival will take place on November 5, 2022, from 10…
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Summer is coming to an end, and believe it or not, that cool autumn air is right around the corner. Each fall, our mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva experience one of the longest leaf seasons in the country spanning from early October to mid-November. Plan your getaway now…
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Summertime is here and temperatures of southern cities are exceeding 90-plus degrees. Find refuge from the sweltering hot days and crowds with a trip to the mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva, (about an hour west of Asheville). Our towns stay much cooler in the summer and are…
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As summer temps warm up, consider cooling off in the North Carolina Mountains of Jackson County. Centrally located between America’s favorite national park sites and the region's best attractions, our charming mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva are your home base for regional…
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Spring weather is Carolina blue skies, warm temps, and longer days. Temperatures in southeastern cities can begin to reach uncomfortable levels as spring transitions into summer. The North Carolina mountains of Jackson County have long been an oasis for travelers avoiding harsh heat. Our towns of…
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Spring has returned to the North Carolina mountains once again, bringing warmer and longer days, vibrant wildflower blooms, and the best time of year out and enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains. As many families and friends begin to plan out their Spring Break, how about trading screen time for outdoor…
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The weather is warming up and the mountains are becoming green. That can only mean one thing – it’s springtime in the North Carolina Mountains! In Jackson County, NC, spring is one of the best times to experience the crisp, clean, and cool mountain air. Due to the area’s varying elevations and…
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